For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 763 students in Avon, MS.
The top ranked public schools in Avon, MS are Riverside High School and Riverside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Avon, MS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Avon have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 九游体育s in Avon, MS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Riverside High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
939 Riverside Road
Avon, MS 38723
(662) 335-4527
Avon, MS 38723
(662) 335-4527
Grades: 7-12
| 363 students
Rank: #22.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
939 Riverside Road
Avon, MS 38723
(662) 335-4528
Avon, MS 38723
(662) 335-4528
Grades: PK-6
| 400 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Avon, MS?
The top ranked public schools in Avon, MS include Riverside High School and Riverside Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Avon?
2 public schools are located in Avon.
What is the racial composition of students in Avon?
Avon public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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